MSc Advanced Imaging & Sensing at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

This MSc provides multidisciplinary training in imaging and sensing, delivered by the Schools of Physics & Astronomy, Engineering and Computing Science. Students complete an in-depth research project embedded in a specialist research group.

Faculty: College of Science & Engineering | Department: School of Physics & Astronomy | Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core courses include Fundamentals of Sensing and Measurement, Research Skills, Imaging and Detectors, Medical Imaging and Advanced Data Analysis for Physics and Astronomy, with options such as Microscopy and Optics, Gravitational Wave Detection and Digital Signal Processing, followed by an MSc project.

Career pathways

The programme prepares graduates for academic or industrial research careers in imaging and sensing, including imaging systems, computational imaging, biomedical imaging and remote sensing.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours (or non-UK equivalent) in Physics, Theoretical Physics, Astrophysics, Electronic Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science or Materials Science with at least one credit-bearing module in Electromagnetism and Waves/Diffraction/Optics and Modern Physics at an average grade of pass. Engineering degrees with demonstrated aptitude for sensing and imaging may be accepted; a 2:2 in physics with substantial relevant experience may be considered individually. A question-based personal statement is required; degrees in Radiography or Radiology are not suitable. International applicants: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no subtest below 6.0; TOEFL iBT 90 overall (tests up to 20 January 2026) or 92 (from 21 January 2026); PTE Academic (test centre) 65 overall.

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,092 for the whole programme (2027/28). Home & RUK full-time fee Source

International applicants: GBP 33,708 for the whole programme (2027/28). International & EU full-time fee Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time

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